LeNoir Family Farm sets down roots in Missouri
ELKLAND, MO. - Steven LeNoir grew up on a small farm in Georgia that was once part of a pre-civil war plantation that covered thousands of acres. He was a calvary scout with the US Army from 2008 until 2012, serving in South Korea and Hawaii. Since then, it is fair to...
Family history at Henderson Family Cattle
GUY, ARK. - On summer days in the hayfield, a mason jar of lemonade has long been a Henderson family tradition.
“When we were dating, he was in the hayfield, and I’d ride out on the truck to bring him lemonade,” Traci Henderson said. “I can remember it just like it was yesterday.”
Today, the tradition...
Family Effort Drives Growth at Wild Rose Cattle Co.
MIAMI, OKLA. - Wild Rose Cattle Co. is a family-owned cattle operation deeply rooted in the show cattle industry and dedicated to producing high-quality livestock with strong genetics. The brand was started by Luke Warrington in 1998 while he was still in high school in West Bend, Iowa, before he owned...
A first generation family dream farm
VINITA, OKLA. - Cory and Hailey Poole, along with their 10 children, live at and operate their farm in Vinita, Okla., Speckled Feather Farms. The first-generation farmers raise quail, cattle, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, fruit trees, and blackberry bushes. They also have a produce garden that feeds their families and provides for their farm’s...
A voice for positive, impactful changes
VANZANT, MO. - Kaleb and Erin Rodgers’ Action Farms of Vanzant Mo., in rural Douglas County is well-named as they work in various facets of agriculture, including dairy and beef cattle, raising goats, sheep, dogs and cats and also serve on various boards and advisory councils. They own and milk as well as raise...
Hometown: Morrisville, Mo.
County: Polk
Parents: Trent and Hillary Manning
Siblings: Anglin, Abel and Amos Manning with another brother on the way
4-H Club: Eudora 4-H
Club Leader: Hillary Manning
What is your involvement in agriculture? “I live on my family’s century farm in Polk County, Missouri. My parents have operated a fencing business for the last 8 years. Through that I have learned how to build multiple types of fences...
Hometown: Schell City, Missouri
County: St. Clair
Family members: Larry Bray, husband. Son, Shawn Bray and future daughter-in-law Morgan Bellamy. Son, Devon and daughter, Alivia
In Town: I have worked in the banking industry as a document specialist since 2019. I have recently retired early to become a full-time grandma.
In the Country: My husband and I live on 20 Acres in rural St. Clair...
Location: G-Line Ranch headquarters is located south of Bristow, Okla.
County: Creek
Owner: Nathaniel Bradford
History of the business: Georgia Line (G-Line) Ranch was born six miles north of Boley, Oklahoma along the 3 mile stretch of “East West Road”, which is known as “The Georgia Line”. The Ranch was officially established in 2003 by 4th generation ranchers carrying on the legacy...
A Historic Mansion Residing in the Heart of The Mother Road
SAPULPA, OKLA. - The Burnett Mansion has proudly stood tall for over a century, gracing Sapulpa, Oklahoma’s Main Street, since 1911. Sapulpa is known for its prime location on historic Route 66, which has garnered much attention over the past century and celebrates its 100th year anniversary in 2026.
One...
Hometown: Miami, Oklahoma
County: Ottawa
Family members: Luke Warrington, father; Sheila Warrington, mother; Brooke Williamson, sister; Bailey Warrington, sister
In town: Laney works at the Fairland Veterinary Hospital as the Marketing, social media and IT Coordinator.
She is also the owner of Wild West Photography, established in 2021 and rebranded to its current name in 2023. What started out as a hobby taking photos of her Simmental cattle...
Hometown: Fairland, Okla.
County: Ottawa
Parents: Marcus and Misty Ellison
Siblings: Case Ellison and Breckyn Ellison
FFA chapter: Fairland FFA
Chapter Advisor: Calvin Johnson
What is your involvement in agriculture? “My involvement in agriculture started at a young age. I began showing pigs at 4 years old and have ever since. Throughout elementary and middle school I was an active member of the Fairland 4-H...
Extension Offers Mental Health tips for farmers, farm families facing unique stressors
With the uncertainties of weather and global economics, compounded by geographic isolation, farmers...
The increased risk
Cardiovascular disease is a group of health conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control...
Preserving healthcare close to home
Rural hospitals are a quiet but vital part of life in Missouri. They provide emergency care, deliver babies, treat chronic...
Ecology and Management of Black Bears in Missouri
The black bear is the most abundant bear species in North America, says Robert Pierce, MU associate...
Emphasizing healthy eating patterns for long-term health
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans has provided nutritional guidance since 1980. The latest guidelines continue to provide the...
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